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REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALAMEDA
TUESDAY - - - - - - - - - - SEPTEMBER 16, 1986
The meeting convened at 7:30 p.m. (at the conclusion of the
Community Improvement Commission meeting) with President Diament
presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember
Corica. Reverend Charles Nahnsen gave the invocation.
ROLL CALL Present: Councilmembers Corica, Hanna, Lucas, Monsef
and President Diament.
MINUTES
Councilmember Monsef made a motion for approval of the minutes of
the Regular Council Meetings of August 19, and September 2, 1986,
and the Special Council Meeting of August 28, 1986. Councilmember
Corica seconded the motion and it was carried by the following voice
vote:
Regarding meetings of August 19, and September 2, 1986: Ayes:
Councilmembers Corica, Lucas, Monsef and President Diament - 4.
Noes: None. Absent: None. Abstentions: Councilmember Hanna - 1.
Regarding meeting of August 28, 1986: Ayes: Councilmembers Corica,
Monsef and President Diament 3; Noes: None. Absent: None.
Abstentions: Councilmember Hanna and Councilmember Lucas - 2.
CONSENT CALENDAR
President Diament announced that Item 1-0 of the Consent Calendar,
amending the Alameda Municipal Code sections regarding Vending
Machine Business License Tax, would be placed on the regular
agenda by request of Fred Scullin, 1120 Chestnut Street.
Councilmember Hanna moved for adoption of the Consent Calendar with
the exception of the above-mentioned Item 1-0, and Councilmember
Lucas seconded the motion. The motion was carried by unanimous
voice vote - 5.
Items so enacted or adopted are indicated by an asterisk.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
*86-537 From Finance Director on City's Investment Portfolio as of
August 31, 1986. Accepted.
*86-538 From Public Works Director recommending approval of an Extra
Work Order to Iconco of California, Inc. in the amount of $5,387.50
for Webster Substation Demolition, P.W. No. 5-86-13. Accepted.
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RESOLUTIONS
*86-539 Resolution No. 11007 "Approving Application for Historic
Preservation Grant Funds for the structural rehabilitation of City
Hall for the Seismic Project from the California Park and Recreation
Facilities Act of 1984." Adopted.
*86-540 Resolution No. 11008 "Appropriating $240,300 from the
General Fund Reserve to provide a matching share for the Historic
Preservation Grant Funds for the structural rehabilitation of City
Hall." Adopted.
*86-541 Resolution No. 11009 "Awarding contract to Gallagher & Burk,
Inc. for repair and resurfacing of certain street, Phase 7, and
authorizing execution thereof." Adopted.
*86-542 Resolution No. 11010 "Authorizing execution of agreement
with East Bay Municipal Utility District for Water Main Extension
Installation for Phase II of Patton Way." Adopted.
*86-543 Resolution No. 11011 "Authorizing extension of bid opening
date for pruning of City street trees in the City of Alameda."
Adopted.
*86-544 Resolution No. 11012 "Adopting plans and specifications for
Alameda Public Access Project, Alameda Park Boat Ramp Restroom
reconstruction, calling for bids and directing City Clerk to
advertise same." Adopted.
*86-545 Resolution No. 11013 "Awarding contract to Andero Concrete,
Inc. for construction of Wheelchair Ramps at various locations,
Phase 5, and authorizing execution thereof." Adopted.
*86-546 Resolution No. 11014 "Approving Parcel Map No. 4805 for
division of property at 638-642 Haight Avenue, permitting recording
thereof and finding said Parcel Map consistent with City's General
Plan (John Barni, Jr., subdivider)." Adopted.
*86-547 Resolution No. 11015 "Authorizing execution of agreement for
construction and completion of improvements in connection with
Parcel Map No. 4805 and approving cash deposit as to sufficiency
(638-642 Haight Avenue, John Barni, subdivider)." Adopted.
*86-548 Resolution No. 11016 "Awarding contract to Val Corporation
for rehabilitation of walkways at Krusi Park, and authorizing
execution thereof." Adopted.
*86-549 Resolution No. 11017 "Awarding contract to Gallagher & Burk,
Inc. for repaving of the Alameda Municipal Golf Course-Parking Lot
and awarding execution thereof." Adopted.
*86-550 Resolution No. 11018. "Adopting specifications for Public
Works Department Leaf Sweeper, calling for bids and directing City
Clerk to advertise same." Adopted.
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INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
*86-551 Ordinance No. N.S. "Authorizing acquisition of
property from Safeway Stores, Inc. for the construction of Patton
Way, Phase III." Introduced.
FINAL PASSAGE OF ORDINANCES
*86-552 Ordinance No. 2304, N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code to provide for installation of an all-stop at the intersection
of Park Street and Shore Line Drive." Adopted.
BILLS
*86-553 A List of Claims, certified by the City Manager as correct,
was approved in the amount of $1,509,974.06.
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RETURN TO REGULAR AGENDA
APPEALS
86-554 Appeal of Planning Board decision to conditionally approve
Use Permit, UP-85-27, requiring the relocation of the satellite dish
antenna from the roof of the two-story house to the roof of the
garage for the property located at 719 Grand Street, Appellants:
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mason.
President Diament announced that the Appeal had been withdrawn from
the agenda at the request of Appellants.
REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
86-555 From Mayor Diament regarding the establishment of a Citizens'
Transportation Improvement Committee.
Lawrence A. Patton, 1020 San Antonio Avenue, expressed support of
the formation of the committee and asked to be considered by Council
for placement on the committee.
Fred Scullin, 1120 Chestnut Street, noted that a one-half cent sales
tax is on the November ballot (County measure) which will provide
revenue for transportation projects. He further added that he
believes the proposed committee will support the County measure, and
benefit Harbor Bay Isle.
Barbara Thomas, 1118 Paru, commented that the committee will
circumvent the will of the people and the proposed sales tax is
regressive.
Darlene Mary Banda, P.O. Box 1089, questioned the timing of the
formation of the committee.
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Rosalie McPherson, Alliance of Alameda Homeowners, said that she
attended an association meeting and heard about the committee a
month ago.
Councilmember Lucas commented that it would be advisable for staff
to give copies of the mayor's letter to people who have expressed an
interest.
President Diament commented that the transportation committee is the
result of an orderly process; that the City has been much concerned
with traffic and has been studying the problems both within and
outside of the City, cooperating with surrounding cities and the
County, looking for solutions; that the Nimdots Study was passed by
Council (as well as a majority of the city councils in the County);
the cross-airport road has been under consideration for some time;
and dates back to the study on transportation around San Leandro
Bay; that it is not simply a matter of looking at developers but
the whole process and the whole area; that the work has been going
on for a long period of time and hopefully the community is aware of
it.
President Diament further stated that her purpose is to set up a
committee to identify the issues through a process of community
comment, then review potential responses, giving consideration to
methods that have worked in other communities and can be tailored to
Alameda, attempting to fit all of these activities into regional
efforts previously undertaken by the Council. This would include
the Nimdots study as well as work with the Metropolitan
Transportation Commission, and is proposing as a composition of the
committee: the mayor, 1 Councilmember, 3 citizens, 1 Naval Air
Station (NAS) or Naval Air Rework Facility (NARF) representative, 1
representative from one of the major developers. President Diament
added that a member of the City staff is to be selected by the City
Manager and that the Committee shall select one professional
transportation systems planner.
The matter was opened for discussion by Council.
Councilmember Corica expressed concern about the composition of the
committee.
Councilmember Monsef stated he would like seven members: 1 member
of Council or the Mayor, 1 representative of NAS, 1 representative
of a major developer and 4 citizens.
Councilmember Lucas stated that Council tries to be responsive to
citizens, wants to help solve problems, and hopes for cooperation.
She added she likes the concept of having both the Mayor and a
Councilmember serve but that having the Mayor on the committee would
be more helpful than a councilmember alone, particularly with
surrounding communities who are affected and whose interaction is
required.
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Councilmember Corica noted he was supportive of the initiative and
voiced concern regarding Webster Street traffic, Patton Way, and the
adjacent developments.
Councilmember Hanna commented that the committee will address the
entire subject and may provide new ideas in addition to what the
initiative is proposing.
Councilmember Hanna made a motion to approve the committee to be
composed of the Mayor, 4 citizen representatives, 1 from NAS, 1 from
a major developer, and staff as recommended by the mayor.
Councilmember Corica commented that the Naval Air Station should be
represented by the commanding officer.
Councilmember Lucas seconded the motion and it was carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
86-556 From Public Works Director on Council-amended guidelines for
street tree removal.
David Maxcy, 1330 Bay Street, expressed support for the guidelines.
Fred Scullin, 1120 Chestnut Street, stated he attended a tree
committee meeting and those who attended were very enthusiastic.
Councilmember Lucas made a motion to accept the report and
recommendation. Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion and it was
carried by unanimous voice vote - 5.
Councilmember Lucas commented that the tree committee was for a one
year life span but that she understands the committee is working on
other items and may need a little more time.
The Public Works Director stated that matter has been discussed and
the committee is to send a letter asking for an extension.
RESOLUTIONS
86-557 Resolution No. 11019 "Commemorating the Twentieth
Anniversary of the Oakland/Alameda County Coliseum and declaring
September 14-20 Great Coliseum Memories Week." Adopted.
Councilmember Corica made a motion to adopt the resolution.
Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion and it was carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
86-558 Resolution No. 11020 "Authorizing execution of agreement
with Westin Engineering to prepare plans, specifiCations and
estimate for a new telephone system." Adopted.
Councilmember Corica made a motion to adopt the resolution.
Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion and it was carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
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86-559 Resolution No. 11021 "Award of contract to Vomar Products,
Inc. for fabrication and installation of street directories at
various locations on Park Street and Webster Street, and authorizing
execution thereof." Adopted.
Councilmember Lucas made a motion to adopt the resolution.
Councilmember Monsef seconded the motion and it was carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCES
86-560 Ordinance No. N.S. "Amending the Alameda Municipal
Code by amending Sections 13-1941 and 13-1953 of Chapter 1, Title
XIII thereof relating to Vending Machine Business License Tax."
Introduced.
Fred Scullin, 1120 Chestnut Street, expressed support of the $75 tax
fee and suggested discouraging cigarette machines.
The Finance Director noted that most of the machines are gumball
machines and similar penny, nickel and dime machines.
President Diament asked if there were some way to discourage
cigarette machines.
The City Attorney commented it becomes a question of discrimination;
that there must be a reason; that, however, if it could be done by
gross receipts, they do make much more than the other vendors.
The Finance Director noted that the operators have been lobbying in
other cities to get on gross receipts, so that would put this City
in position with other cities.
Councilmember Hanna made a motion to adopt the ordinance.
Councilmember Lucas seconded the motion and it was carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
86-561 Consideration of nominations to Golf Commission and
Recreation Commission.
President Diament nominated Darlene Pharr to the Recreation
Commission. Councilmember Corica seconded the nomination and it was
upheld unanimously by Council.
President Diament nominated Mae Ashton to the Recreation Commission.
Councilmember Corica seconded the nomination and it was upheld
unanimously by Council.
President Diament nominated Shirl Ames to the Golf Commission.
Councilmember Hanna Lucas the nomination and it was upheld
unanimously by Council.
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86-562 The City Attorney advised Council that Mr. Gary Lewis was
requesting filing of a late claim.
Councilmember Hanna made a motion to decline the extension.
Councilmember Lucas seconded the motion and it was carried by
unanimous voice vote - 5.
NEW BUSINESS
86-563 Councilmember Hanna suggested that the Recreation Commission
consider a different name for Alameda Park Boat Ramp.
86-564 Councilmember Lucas stated that numerous complaints have been
received concerning vehicles parked on the streets for long periods
of time;
Councilmember Corica added that complaints have been received
regarding unregistered vehicles.
The City Manager noted that he would bring the matter to the
attention of the Police Chief.
86-565 Councilmember Monsef requested Council to advise him of
Council's position regarding the East Bay Division of the League of
California Cities supporting the League in seeking legislation which
will enable California cities to set special assessment districts to
finance Transportation Systems Management Programs.
Councilmember Corica made a motion that Council go on record
supporting Councilmember Monsef's vote in support of the League
action. Councilmember Hanna seconded the motion and it was carried
by unanimous voice vote - 5.
ADJOURNMENT
President Diament adjourned the meeting to closed session to
consider the case of City of Alameda v. Mitcheom, at 8:35 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Diane Felsch
City Clerk